Fujifilm Texopaque Classic OP Product Datasheet
Texopaque Classic OP
Plastisol Inks
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Classic OP is part of the Texopaque Series of direct
printing, maximum opacity, plastisol inks designed for
printing most natural and synthetic fabrics.The series
incorporates Fujifilm’s unique ‘Co-Plus’ Technology that
eliminates build-up. Classic OP is a conventional
plastisol ink.
printing, maximum opacity, plastisol inks designed for
printing most natural and synthetic fabrics.The series
incorporates Fujifilm’s unique ‘Co-Plus’ Technology that
eliminates build-up. Classic OP is a conventional
plastisol ink.
The Texopaque Series also includes Advantage ON, a
phthalate compliant plastisol and Pioneer Ultra YC, a
PVC-free and phthalate compliant plastisol (see the
respective product information sheets for details).
phthalate compliant plastisol and Pioneer Ultra YC, a
PVC-free and phthalate compliant plastisol (see the
respective product information sheets for details).
Curing Information
Classic OP inks must be heat cured at a minimum of
160°C to achieve full wash fastness. Differences in film
weight, drying equipment and fabric will greatly affect
the dwell time required, but 1.5-3 minutes is typical.
Some infra-red units can achieve full cure in a very
short time. Time will vary dependant on colour (dark
colours curing faster than light colours).
160°C to achieve full wash fastness. Differences in film
weight, drying equipment and fabric will greatly affect
the dwell time required, but 1.5-3 minutes is typical.
Some infra-red units can achieve full cure in a very
short time. Time will vary dependant on colour (dark
colours curing faster than light colours).
It is essential that the entire thickness of the ink
film has time to reach the cure temperature or
resistance properties will not be achieved. Evaluate
your cure schedule by testing the print at the wash
schedule it will ultimately be expected to pass.
film has time to reach the cure temperature or
resistance properties will not be achieved. Evaluate
your cure schedule by testing the print at the wash
schedule it will ultimately be expected to pass.
Flash curing:
Many factors affect the dwell time required for flash
curing. These include the type and wavelength of the
equipment used and the distance between the curing
unit and the print. Additional factors such as fabric and
ink colour, film weight and coverage are also crucial.
Under optimum conditions, dwell times of less than 3
seconds can be readily achieved.
Many factors affect the dwell time required for flash
curing. These include the type and wavelength of the
equipment used and the distance between the curing
unit and the print. Additional factors such as fabric and
ink colour, film weight and coverage are also crucial.
Under optimum conditions, dwell times of less than 3
seconds can be readily achieved.
Fastnesses
Texopaque Classic OP has good wash fastness to ISO
Test Nos. 1 (40°C), 2 (50°C) and 3 (60°C).
Test Nos. 1 (40°C), 2 (50°C) and 3 (60°C).
Colour Matches
It should be noted that the combination of high wash
temperatures and strong detergents can cause colour
changes in some colour matches, particularly when
very small additions of a base colour are added. For
example, pastel shades can change colour as the trace
additions of base colours are affected in harsh wash
cycles. For this reason, it is essential that all
formulations are proofed prior to production to ensure
wash fastness properties are acceptable.
temperatures and strong detergents can cause colour
changes in some colour matches, particularly when
very small additions of a base colour are added. For
example, pastel shades can change colour as the trace
additions of base colours are affected in harsh wash
cycles. For this reason, it is essential that all
formulations are proofed prior to production to ensure
wash fastness properties are acceptable.
*PANTONE® is the property of Pantone, Inc.
Main characteristics
Co-Plus – what is it?
The interaction of specially engineered raw materials, optimising
their internal cohesive forces, to eliminate build-up.
The interaction of specially engineered raw materials, optimising
their internal cohesive forces, to eliminate build-up.
What does it mean for you?
•
No build-up - improves productivity
•
Excellent opacity - high impact prints
•
Low fibrillation - prints look better - longer
•
Soft gel - easy to handle - on and off screen
•
Soft hand - prints are comfortable to wear
Intermixing and Compatibility with Other Inks
Texopaque Classic OP is intermixable with other Fujifilm plastisols
where the presence of phthalate plasticisers is not an issue.
Texopaque Classic OP is intermixable with other Fujifilm plastisols
where the presence of phthalate plasticisers is not an issue.
Curing
The ink film must reach 160°C.
The ink film must reach 160°C.
Thinning
To increase flow, use up to 5% ZE591 Plastisol Flow Thinner.
To increase flow, use up to 5% ZE591 Plastisol Flow Thinner.
Wash-up
Wash-up with ZT639 Screen Wash Universal, ZS540 Tursub or
Actisol Superjet Screen Spray.
Wash-up with ZT639 Screen Wash Universal, ZS540 Tursub or
Actisol Superjet Screen Spray.
Mesh
Monofilament 34-100.
Monofilament 34-100.
Stencil Type
Most direct stencil materials are suitable.
Recommend:
Dirasol SuperTex or Dirasol 916
Most direct stencil materials are suitable.
Recommend:
Dirasol SuperTex or Dirasol 916
Coverage & Mesh No.
12-16m
12-16m
2
/ltr. No. 43 monofilament.
Applications
Most knitted and woven fabrics typically used for T-shirts,
sweatshirts, sports and fashion wear, badges, hats and caps, travel
bags, footwear.
Most knitted and woven fabrics typically used for T-shirts,
sweatshirts, sports and fashion wear, badges, hats and caps, travel
bags, footwear.
Fabrics
Suitable on most common natural and synthetic fibres, i.e. cotton,
cotton/polyester blends. Many grades of synthetic fabrics.
Suitable on most common natural and synthetic fibres, i.e. cotton,
cotton/polyester blends. Many grades of synthetic fabrics.
Colour Range
PANTONE®* 1000 Matching Formulae.
PANTONE®* 1000 Matching Formulae.
Properties
Exceptional opacity. Lead-free. Excellent wet-on-wet printability.
Unlimited screen stability. High wash resistance. Build-up free.
Exceptional opacity. Lead-free. Excellent wet-on-wet printability.
Unlimited screen stability. High wash resistance. Build-up free.
IMPORTANT:
Stir well before every use. Users should satisfy themselves
that Classic OP is compatible with specific textiles and
resistance properties are acceptable before commencing
production runs.
Stir well before every use. Users should satisfy themselves
that Classic OP is compatible with specific textiles and
resistance properties are acceptable before commencing
production runs.